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Fit Kids First is a new initiative hosted by WTAJ News Anchor Carolyn Donaldson. Fit Kids First focuses on the health and well-being of children across Central Pennsylvania. Join Carolyn every Monday on WTAJ News at 5:30 p.m.Have a Fit Kids First tip or story idea? Email Carolyn at cdonaldson@wtajtv.com.
Fit Kids First
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Superheroes Walk to Fight Cancer!
In today's "Fit Kids First", we give a big shout out to the Youth Leadership Bedford County Class of 2013. -
Fit Kids First - Get ready to Cycle your way to help fight MS!
In today Fit Kids First, older kids who are cycling enthusiasts may want to Bike MS this summer. -
Sports 4 Kids Day at St. Francis University Planned
Student athletes at one local university are inviting kids to get fit with the big guys. -
Fit Kids First found at White House Easter Egg Roll
President Obama and the First family kicked off the event by welcoming everyone. This year's theme is "Be healthy, be active, be you!" -
New Healthy Kids Running Club Starting in Centre County
In this week's "Fit Kids First" - we go running with some healthy, tiny kids! -
Fit Kids First - Drumming and Movement for Fitness and More!
The group, called "Roots of Life" combines movement with drumming and other African-related culture for kids K through 12th grade in the State College Area...
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Local teen qualifies for Junior Iditirod
We salute a local girl continues her sled dog path to the Junior Iditarod. -
Fit Kids First - Special Figure Skaters Get Ready to Compete!
We're featuring some Olympians getting ready to skate to victory! -
Fit Kids First - Challenged by President and First Lady to Get Fit!
With the new year, comes new challenges. For "Fit Kids" how about a challenge from the president to get and stay fit! -
Fit Kids in area help with Operation SOS for the troops
In today's "Fit Kids First" we salute a team of "fit kids" who are helping in the spirit of the season.
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Calories Count
"That's loaded with calories!"
"Are you counting your calories?"
When people talk about the calories in food, what do they mean? A calorie is a unit of measurement - but it doesn't measure weight or length. A calorie is a unit of energy. When you hear something contains 100 calories, it's a way of describing how much energy your body could get from eating or drinking it.
Calories aren't bad for you. Your body needs calories for energy. But eating too many calories - and not burning enough of them off through activity - can lead to weight gain.
Most foods and drinks contain calories. Some foods, such as lettuce, contain few calories. (A cup of shredded lettuce has less than 10 calories.) Other foods, like peanuts, contain a lot of calories. (A half of a cup of peanuts has 427 calories.)
You can find out how many calories are in a food by looking at the nutrition facts label.
How Many Calories Do I Need?
There's a big difference between how many calories a kid needs versus an adult. To find out how many calories you need, how many calories are TOO many, and how your body uses calories.
"Are you counting your calories?"
When people talk about the calories in food, what do they mean? A calorie is a unit of measurement - but it doesn't measure weight or length. A calorie is a unit of energy. When you hear something contains 100 calories, it's a way of describing how much energy your body could get from eating or drinking it.
Calories aren't bad for you. Your body needs calories for energy. But eating too many calories - and not burning enough of them off through activity - can lead to weight gain.
Most foods and drinks contain calories. Some foods, such as lettuce, contain few calories. (A cup of shredded lettuce has less than 10 calories.) Other foods, like peanuts, contain a lot of calories. (A half of a cup of peanuts has 427 calories.)
You can find out how many calories are in a food by looking at the nutrition facts label.
How Many Calories Do I Need?
There's a big difference between how many calories a kid needs versus an adult. To find out how many calories you need, how many calories are TOO many, and how your body uses calories.
Why Be Fit?
There are a million reasons why you should be fit- you'll feel great with more energy, you'll build a healthy heart and strong muscles, and you'll have fun becoming fit by finding new activities you can enjoy with friends, family, or on your own! WTAJ's Fit Kids First program, sponsored by Altoona First Savings Bank, is here to help you learn more about what it takes to get fit and give you the tools to stay fit!
There are a million reasons why you should be fit- you'll feel great with more energy, you'll build a healthy heart and strong muscles, and you'll have fun becoming fit by finding new activities you can enjoy with friends, family, or on your own! WTAJ's Fit Kids First program, sponsored by Altoona First Savings Bank, is here to help you learn more about what it takes to get fit and give you the tools to stay fit!
Food Pyramid Game
Child Immunization Schedule
Body Mass Index
Know Your BMI
FYI, your BMI is PDI.
Huh? Would you like a translation? Here it is: For your information (FYI), your body mass index (BMI) is pretty darn important (PDI).
Did you know you had a BMI? Body mass index is a calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate how much body fat you have. Too much body fat is a problem because it can lead to illnesses and other health problems. BMI, although not a perfect method for judging someone's weight, is often a good way to check on how a kid is growing.
Calculate Your BMI
The best way to determine your BMI is to have your doctor do it for you. That way, you'll know the number is accurate and your doctor can discuss the result with you. If you're interested, you also can figure out your BMI on your own.
To use Preferred Care's Kids Health BMI Calculator- CLICK HERE
FYI, your BMI is PDI.
Huh? Would you like a translation? Here it is: For your information (FYI), your body mass index (BMI) is pretty darn important (PDI).
Did you know you had a BMI? Body mass index is a calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate how much body fat you have. Too much body fat is a problem because it can lead to illnesses and other health problems. BMI, although not a perfect method for judging someone's weight, is often a good way to check on how a kid is growing.
Calculate Your BMI
The best way to determine your BMI is to have your doctor do it for you. That way, you'll know the number is accurate and your doctor can discuss the result with you. If you're interested, you also can figure out your BMI on your own.
To use Preferred Care's Kids Health BMI Calculator- CLICK HERE
